Statesville, NC · Charlotte Metro, NC · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Statesville

In the late 1800s, Statesville earned the reputation as the "liquor capital of the world" when local farmers distilled grain and fruit crops into whiskey, establishing six major rectification houses by the early 1900s that shipped 30,000 gallons weekly on the region's railroads. The city's rise as a whiskey hub ended with North Carolina's statewide prohibition in 1909, but Statesville's legacy in spirits production remains part of its distinctive history. Statesville's 9 childcare centers serve families in this Charlotte Metro community of 27,088 residents, where parents balance rural roots and suburban growth. We scored each DCDEE-licensed childcare center across 11 real dimensions — safety, curriculum, arts & music, infant care, kindergarten readiness and more. Scores drawn from major public review platforms and parent communities — not center marketing.

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Crayolitas Childcare Center
2133 Old Mountain Rd, Statesville, NC 28625
Licensed Childcare Center
7.8/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
9
Art/Music
7
Infant care
7
K-ready
8
Teachers
8
Compassion
9
Mgmt
7
Culture
9
Class sizes
7
Extracurriculars
8
Crayolitas Childcare Center is Statesville's first Spanish immersion preschool, offering a bilingual curriculum through interactive play and structured activities for children ages 1–5. Holding a 3-star DCDEE license with a capacity of 31, the center is praised by families for its nurturing staff, intercultural atmosphere, and standout dual-language programming. It is a strong boutique choice for families prioritizing early bilingual development in Iredell County.

Strengths

  • First and only Spanish immersion childcare center in the Statesville area — strong bilingual edge for ages 1–5
  • Parents consistently praise warm, communicative staff and a well-maintained facility
  • Home-cooked nutritious meals included; emphasis on a caring, intercultural environment
  • Recent inspections (August 2025, January 2026) showed zero violations

Considerations

  • Small capacity of 31 children means limited slots and potential waitlists
  • Hours (7:30 AM–5:00 PM) may be restrictive for full-time working parents
  • Minor past violations (expired medication, chipping paint, missing posted lesson plans) through 2024, though all recently cleared
  • Does not participate in subsidized child care programs, limiting affordability options
What parents say
“We are incredibly thankful for Crayolitas and the amazing staff, I cannot say enough about this place — it's home! The facility is well maintained, the communication from the staff is excellent, and dual immersion portion of the daycare is the icing on the cake.”
“My son has grown by leaps — mentally, emotionally and physically, since we started at Crayolitas.”
“My 3 year old son attends, he loves it! The teachers really dedicate their love and time.”
2
Faith Child Enrichment Center, Inc.
620 Hackett Street, Statesville, NC 28677
Licensed Childcare Center
Faith-BasedLegacy CenterStable StaffSpecial Needs CareSubsidy AcceptedNC Pre-K
7.3/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
8
Extracurriculars
7
Faith Child Enrichment Center, Inc. is a 5-star DCDEE-licensed childcare center in Statesville, NC with over 50 years of operation and a strong emphasis on staff stability and low turnover. The center serves infants through age 12 in a small, nurturing environment and participates in the NC Pre-K and subsidy programs, making it one of the highest-rated and most established options in zip code 28677.

Strengths

  • Holds North Carolina's top 5-star DCDEE license rating — the highest achievable quality tier
  • Over 50 years of continuous operation in Statesville, demonstrating long-term community stability
  • Low staff turnover cited explicitly by center as a core differentiator, supporting consistent caregiver relationships for children
  • Serves infants through age 12 (ages 0-12), offering broad continuity across childhood stages
  • Accepts subsidized childcare (NC child care subsidy program) and offers NC Pre-K
  • Small center size (56 capacity) means individualized attention and a family-like environment
  • Special needs care offered — broader inclusivity than many comparable centers

Considerations

  • Below the 100-capacity threshold — smaller footprint limits enrollment availability
  • March 2024 inspection documented violations related to staff First Aid and CPR certification compliance
  • No verified online Google or Yelp reviews found — limited social proof for prospective families researching online
  • Hours (6:30 AM–5:00 PM) are narrower than some competitors, which may not suit extended-hours working families
  • No dedicated website program detail pages — limited curriculum transparency online
3
Future Generation
230 Buffalo Shoals Road, Statesville, NC 28677
Licensed Childcare Center
6.8/ 10
Safety
0
Curriculum
0
Art/Music
0
Infant care
0
K-ready
0
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6.5
Culture
0
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
0

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    Considerations

      What parents say
      “My older two children attended PreK Here a couple of years ago and loved it! Their teachers are so sweet and work so well with the children. Now my twins go here and they love it just as much!”
      “If there's ever a problem they always contact me, they even offer to bring their work by so they can continue learning at home, and Ms. Tonya is always there when you have a question or a concern.”
      4
      Life Span Circle School
      302 Broad St W, Statesville, NC 28677
      Licensed Childcare Center
      5.1/ 10
      Safety
      0
      Curriculum
      5.5
      Art/Music
      0
      Infant care
      5
      K-ready
      0
      Teachers
      6.5
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      4
      Culture
      5.5
      Class sizes
      3
      Extracurriculars
      0

      Strengths

        Considerations

          What parents say
          “My son attended this facility from 6 weeks-5 years and attends summer camp. Staff are great communicators and everyone is very welcoming and professional.”
          “The employees are friendly and the children are always happy! Yes it is a small center but it has a very welcoming feel!”
          “Some reviewers on ChildcareCenter.us felt the space was small for the number of children, found management less welcoming, and reported an unpleasant odor, though others described the staff as friendly and professional.”
          5
          The Lemonade Stand Child Care & Preschool
          236 Barium Springs Drive, Statesville, NC 28677
          Licensed Childcare Center
          3.0/ 10
          Safety
          3
          Curriculum
          5
          Art/Music
          0
          Infant care
          5
          K-ready
          0
          Teachers
          2
          Compassion
          0
          Mgmt
          1.5
          Culture
          1.5
          Class sizes
          3
          Extracurriculars
          0

          Strengths

            Considerations

              What parents say
              “The classrooms are pure chaos. Teachers aren't allowed to correct/ discipline children. It is a free for all. My child did not learn routine or rules!”
              “They expect some people to always stay late and to pick up others' slack, but then give special treatment to others”
              “They expect you to work long shifts and getting relief for restroom breaks takes forever”
              6
              Fairview Church Kids Care
              349 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC 28625
              Licensed Childcare Center
              2.5/ 10
              Safety
              0
              Curriculum
              0
              Art/Music
              0
              Infant care
              0
              K-ready
              0
              Teachers
              3
              Compassion
              0
              Mgmt
              2
              Culture
              0
              Class sizes
              0
              Extracurriculars
              0

              Strengths

                Considerations

                  What parents say
                  “Management is very unorganized and does not know what they are doing. They do not listen to complaints and ignore that there are problems in the workplace.”
                  “I worked at this company for 3.5 years. When I first began working there, it was very nice, well-run, and enjoyable. As time went on, management has become disorganized, disinterested. MANY state rules are broken, such as sick children being allowed to return to daycare while sick and contagious.”
                  7
                  American Child Inc.
                  115 Cooper Street, Statesville, NC 28677
                  Licensed Childcare Center
                  0.0/ 10
                  Safety
                  0
                  Curriculum
                  0
                  Art/Music
                  0
                  Infant care
                  0
                  K-ready
                  0
                  Teachers
                  0
                  Compassion
                  0
                  Mgmt
                  0
                  Culture
                  0
                  Class sizes
                  0
                  Extracurriculars
                  0

                  Strengths

                    Considerations

                      8
                      A Better Place Christian Academy
                      437 Hillcrest Dr, Statesville, NC 28677
                      Licensed Childcare Center
                      0.0/ 10
                      Safety
                      0
                      Curriculum
                      0
                      Art/Music
                      0
                      Infant care
                      0
                      K-ready
                      0
                      Teachers
                      0
                      Compassion
                      0
                      Mgmt
                      0
                      Culture
                      0
                      Class sizes
                      0
                      Extracurriculars
                      0

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                          What parents say
                          “I love this daycare and I would refer anyone I know to allow them to care for their children.”
                          9
                          Covenant Child Care Center
                          120 North Greenbriar Road, Statesville, NC 28625
                          Licensed Childcare Center
                          0.0/ 10
                          Safety
                          0
                          Curriculum
                          0
                          Art/Music
                          0
                          Infant care
                          0
                          K-ready
                          0
                          Teachers
                          0
                          Compassion
                          0
                          Mgmt
                          0
                          Culture
                          0
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                          0
                          Extracurriculars
                          0

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